I am a current student at Mountain Brook High School, and I have nothing bad to say about it. Yes, there are some issues with alcohol, but that is a universal problem- it is not just a 'Mountain Brook' thing. And yes, it is a mostly white school, but that does not mean the students aren't used to the
... Read more real world. There are multiple groups at this school; one for every type of person. And because of the great opportunities available and Mountain Brook High School, students are a open to the 'real world', unless they aren't involved in anything at all. Besides, the academics are amazing. There is a wide variety of classes and groups that anyone can enjoy and excel in. All in all, I love this school. I love this town. I will definitely be living here after I graduate. Read less
Posted by a student on 08/28/09
Academics are wonderful, but the financial expectations are beyond unrealistic. There are fees for every class and this is on top of the highest property tax in the state.
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Posted by a parent on 08/12/09
I'm a graduate from MBHS. I agree that it's a bit materialistic, but what can you expect from one of the wealthiest towns in Alabama? The kids are good, the parents are good. There was a problem with drinking but, no worse than any other school in the surrounding areas. Honestly, the first year of college,
... Read more I was so prepared, I barely paid attention and made A's. I felt like Mtn Brook's courses were much harder than freshman year classes. So that, is a definite plus. On top of that, I did have a tiny culture shock, coming from a mostly-white-and-rich town...but it lasted a few months and I feel like no part of Mountain Brook has held me back in that respect. I have many different cultured friends from different socio-economic-backgrounds and all in all, Mountain Brook is the place where I'll raise my kids. Read less
Posted by a other on 05/16/09
For the students who seem to not fit in to Mountain Brook. I can honestly say I've felt that way before. But, it's not just Mountain Brook- it's every school. And I'd much rather be an outcast at a school like Mountain Brook, where I found my niche in a club or sport that I love, than at a surrounding
... Read more school and end up in a gang or in a really bad place. Mountain Brook is just safe. In all respects. Sometimes, it's too safe and parents overlook problems with their kids, like drinking, but Mountain Brook is the best, safest, and smartest community to live in and it's totally worth a couple years of social awkwardness :) Read less
Posted by a student on 05/16/09
For anyone who says this school isn't realistic, why don't you go try one of those 'realistic' schools. This is an amazing school with wonderful students. We have been in a realistic school, where they have to dumb everything down so that 'no child is left behind' and it leaves those students who want
... Read more to excel and learn wanting more. The people are nice and not 'snobs' as one poster put. They are very welcoming, no matter what your economic status is. We have nothing but great things to say about the city and the school. We wouldn't go back to the so called reality for anything! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/30/09
This school pretty much stinks. Everyday my son comes home saying that everyone is a snob and that it is very hard for him to find a real friend. He says that most of his teachers don't even pay attention to him when he asks questions. He also says that he feels there is no structure.
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Posted by a parent on 11/19/08
I'm also currently enrolled at Mountain Brook, and I love it. The community IS homogeneous. However, my fellow students are open and welcoming despite this. The community is wealthy, but the kids remain very grounded. At MBHS, there are options galore, ranging from basic to AP they offer upwards
... Read more of 20 AP s. Most teachers I ve had have been great, and I ve developed close relationships with some. The counseling staff does everything they can to help. When I have run into schedule conflicts, they have made special arrangements so I can take the classes I select. Activities-wise, there s an option for everyone. Clubs abound, there are abundant sports and service options, the theater and choir programs are amazing, the debate team is good, the art program regularly wins awards Top MBHS grads get into the most prestigious schools in the country, and students are prepared with Mountain Brook s rigorous curriculum. Read less
Posted by a student on 05/31/08
i am currently enrolled at mtn brook and too me its so unrealistic. its not the real world. and when people call it the tiny little kingdom it really is. i want to change schools but it is easier to get into some colleges apparently so my parents make me stay. this high school has so much materialism
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Posted by a student on 03/01/08
We're new to the Mtn Brk system and have found the teachers and facilities to be without equal even when it comes to comparing them to private schools. Nothing but praise in this area. The kids are nice and come from well-heeled and well-off families, without exception. While this school has intoxicating
... Read more combination of teachers, facilities, commitment, parental involment, ambition, and unlimitled resources, but it is really deficient in one thing; and it is big. There is ZERO diversity (and no, we are no exception) and I fear that at this impressionable age the kids are really missing out on perspective or 'Life in the Real World'. The real world does not look like or resemble this school. Go to any major corporation in this country as proof. For our kids sake lets try to incorporate some type of diversity events. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/22/08
The entire school system is wonderful. I am a former student and now parent with kids in the system. I am constantly amazed at what a positive environment this school has. Everyone is so involved and encouraging in these schools. People want the best for the kids in these schools. My kids were attending
... Read more a local private school but with a school like this in the area we decided to make a change. Every aspect of my children's school experience has changed for the better. They love school and are learning so much! 110% positive experience from my own past experience and now more importantly as a parent. Read less
* In 2007-2008 Alabama used the Alabama High School Graduation Exam (AHSGE) to test high school students in reading, math, language, science and social studies. The AHSGE is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. High school students must pass the AHSGE in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to pass the test.
Student enrollment:
988
Students per teacher:
11
Full-time teachers:
88
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Vocational Education
Accounting, Drivers Ed, Health, Phys Ed
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Choral
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Special Education
Learning Differences, Mentally Challenged
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Statistics, Trigonometry
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Birmingham schools — Mountain Brook High School is located at 3650 Bethune Dr, Birmingham AL 35223. 3650 Bethune Dr is in the 35223 ZIP code in Birmingham, AL The school district for Mountain Brook High School is the Mountain Brook City School District. Mountain Brook High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 10 - 12.
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